The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (the Act) introduces a new era of corporate accountability in the UK. In two of our previous articles from March 2025 and November 2023, we explored the broader reforms introduced by the Act — including the push for greater transparency and the overhaul of Companies House powers. Now, with the mandatory identity verification (IDV) regime coming into force this month – a move designed to enhance transparency, reduce fraud, and prevent misuse of UK corporate structures, it’s time to focus on what businesses must do to comply.
Big changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) are on the horizon—and they could significantly affect owner-managed businesses.
While farmers have dominated headlines with protests over IHT reforms, business owners may be equally impacted, yet the changes have flown under the radar.
We’re thrilled to announce that Bermans has been ranked in six practice areas in the latest edition of The Legal 500 (5 of these as a ‘Leading Firm!) – a testament to the outstanding work and dedication of our team.
When a customer or client fails to pay, it can disrupt cash flow and create unnecessary stress for your business. At Bermans, our Creditor Services team specialises in guiding businesses through the debt recovery process efficiently and professionally. Here’s a clear breakdown of the debt recovery lifecycle—and how we help you navigate each stage.
Nathan Hughes joined Bermans in 2022 and is a Solicitor in our Corporate team based in Manchester. We spoke to him recently to learn more about him and his work.
This is the latest in a series of articles on the “fixed recoverable costs” regime introduced in the civil courts in October 2023. The most recent articles before this one can be found here:
In an article in December 2023 we reported on the Court of Appeal’s decision which, for the first time, gave the courts the power to compel parties to mediate.
There have been further developments since then. In October 2024, changes to the court rules (CPR) were made to give the court the specific power to order the parties to take part in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) such as mediation.
The UK’s employment landscape is undergoing a significant shift, with the proposed Employment Rights Bill introducing sweeping reforms that could redefine workplace rights and responsibilities. This article summarises 3 key updates every employer and employee should know.
The Employment Rights Bill makes major strides towards ending ‘fire and rehire’. That’s the strategy where an employer, unable to secure agreement to new contract terms, dismisses staff and then offers to rehire them on the revised terms (or hires new people on those terms instead).
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The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (the Act) introduces a new era of corporate accountability in the UK. In two of our previous articles from March 2025 and November 2023, we explored the broader reforms introduced by the Act — including the push for greater transparency and the overhaul of Companies House powers. Now, with the mandatory identity verification (IDV) regime coming into force this month – a move designed to enhance transparency, reduce fraud, and prevent misuse of UK corporate structures, it’s time to focus on what businesses must do to comply.
Nathan Hughes
